Patna: In the Eliminator match of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League, Rajasthan Royals batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi produced a record-breaking performance, surpassing a long-standing milestone for most sixes in a single season.
The match between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad was played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur.
Record Sixes in a Season
Suryavanshi struck his 61st six of the season during the match, setting a new record for the most sixes in a single IPL season.
The previous record of 59 sixes was held by former West Indies batter Chris Gayle, achieved in the 2012 season.
600-Run Milestone at High Strike Rate
The batter also completed 600 runs for the season, reaching the milestone with a boundary off bowler Pat Cummins.
He finished the landmark at an estimated strike rate of around 230, reflecting a consistently aggressive batting approach throughout the tournament.
Pat Cummins was among the bowlers targeted during the innings as Rajasthan maintained a high scoring tempo.
Strong Start by Rajasthan Royals
After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, Rajasthan Royals began aggressively.
The team reached 64 runs without loss in the first four overs, with Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, setting a strong platform in the knockout fixture.
Knockout Stakes in Tournament
The Eliminator carried high stakes, with the losing side set to exit the tournament.
The winning team is scheduled to advance to Qualifier 2, where it will face Gujarat Titans on May 29.
Social Media Reaction
Following the record-breaking performance, Suryavanshi trended widely on social media platforms, with users highlighting his power-hitting display.
Several former cricketers also acknowledged the innings, noting the impact of such an aggressive performance in a high-pressure knockout match.
